When entering Indonesia, you must complete a customs declaration, either online or upon arrival. At the airport, banners with QR codes provide access to the declaration form. For a smoother arrival in…
Whether you are planning a short trip to Bali or a major import or export operation, it is essential to understand the regulations governing what you can and cannot bring into and out of Indonesia. Th…
The Indonesian customs and tax office is introducing new, stricter rules regarding new goods that travelers can bring into Indonesia from abroad.
The regulations, which came into effect on March 10, 2024, aim to limit the value of expensive imported luxury items.
Recently, the Indonesian customs service has recorded a number of cases involving serious violations of local customs laws by foreign citizens, specifically the illegal export of flora and fauna (livi…
Understanding what can and cannot be imported into Indonesia is crucial for travelers. Violating these rules can lead to trouble at the border and the loss of personal items.
Travelers to Bali, Indonesia, should be aware of the current regulations regarding the importation of tobacco and alcohol for personal use.
In 2021, Indonesian Minister of Trade Muhammad Lutfi issued a regulation allowing visitors to import up to 2.25 liters of alcoholic beverages. However, the implementation of this new regulation awaits…
Among the many customs and practices that travelers may encounter, tipping can often lead to confusion. While tipping is not a mandatory practice in Bali, understanding the local tipping culture is es…
Bali airport customs officers now have a master key to all suitcases that support the TSA Master Lock system. This means that security personnel no longer have to open locked luggage during inspection…
According to Indonesian immigration and customs, the passport requirements are as follows: "Passports and/or passport-replacing documents must be valid for at least 6 months after the date of entry."
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Customs officials decided to inspect my luggage; there, they confirmed the duration of my stay. When asked about the IMEI, they said it wasn’t needed and let me go. I didn’t get a SIM card at the airp…